Linn’s
new CHAKRA Power Amplifier Range is a series of high performance power
amplifiers built around Linn’s latest CHAKRA power amplifier topology.
Comprising a total of eight individual models, suited for a variety of
applications from stereo to multi-channel and from passive to AKTIV,
the CHAKRA range is designed to offer consistent performance,
controlled ‘silent power’ and pure sound in virtually any performance
entertainment system.

CHAKRA is a simple but innovative design, perfected by Linn through
precision engineering. It offers increased power, reliability and
efficiency, while at the same time producing less heat, less distortion
and using fewer components.

The CHAKRA topology was conceived after over five years of continuous
development of Linn’s monolithic amplifier circuits. It is a new level
in power amplifier technology by combining the merits of two amplifier
designs, Monolithic and Bipolar. This approach in itself is not a new
idea, but Linn’s execution of the monolithic to bi-polar transition is
unique, and a patent application for the design has been submitted.
When output current is less than a few amps, all of the power output
comes from the monolithic, maximising the speed and linear properties
of this design. At higher output currents the bi-polars provide the
majority of the output current, leaving the monolithic to operate well
within its capability and able to correct any error. Even under extreme
overload conditions, like short circuit, the monolithic does not
deliver more than a fraction of its safe output, while separate
circuitry protects the bi-polars.

Throughout the new range, Linn’s Switch Mode Power Supply (SMPS)
technology generates stable, low noise power rails for the audio
circuitry, with higher mains noise isolation and efficiency than
conventional power supplies.

All models are available with either Balanced XLR or RCA Phono input
connectors and feature 4mm binding posts for loudspeaker connectors
using 4mm banana plugs and 6mm or 8mm spades. In addition, models
throughout the range are capable of housing AKTIV crossover cards for
active configuration with Linn loudspeakers.

The new range of CHAKRA Power Amplifiers is scheduled for launch in
Spring/Summer 2005 and will be available from Linn Elite Retailers,
Specialist Retailers and Custom Specialists world-wide.